When Liability Is Imposed on an Employer for a Tort

question 152

Multiple Choice

When liability is imposed on an employer for a tort committed by an employee, the liability is based on the rule of law known as:

• A) contractor liability
• B) tortious liabilitius
• C) respondeat superior
• D) principal duty
• E) there is no such rule as the employee only is responsible

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